Part Time - Manufacturing Fellow – Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; Spring Ridge (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University, Penn State Berks, invites applications for a part-time Manufacturing Fellow – Research Assistant within the College Division of Engineering, Business, and Computing.

The position offers undergraduates hands-on exposure to manufacturing hub implementation, production modernization, master data governance, and global standardization initiatives, with opportunities to engage in ERP shop floor integration and AI‑assisted automation.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Penn State Berks College Division of Engineering, Business, and Computing is seeking applicants for part-time job of Manufacturing Fellow – Research Assistant.

Job Duties

• Undergraduate students support Manufacturing Hub implementation, production equipment modernization, production master data governance, and global manufacturing standardization initiatives.
• Student fellows gain hands‑on experience in manufacturing engineering tasks with mechanical systems, electrical controls, manufacturing workflows, ERP shop floor integration, production BOMs, Routings, AI‑assisted engineering automation, and approved manufacturing data updates.

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